1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 995 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 Saturn Vue (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | Familia | Vue |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |