1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1971 Dodge Challenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 730 kg more than 1969 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, 1971 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Challenger | Familia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2200 mm |
