1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 38 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 914 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Familia | Falcon |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2838 mm |