1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 38 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 585 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | G8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2920 mm |
