1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 421 kg more than 1971 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, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1983 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Familia | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
