1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 32 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 985 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Familia | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2860 mm |
