1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 440 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 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2880 mm |
