1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 869 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2790 mm |
