1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 730 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Sedan | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2200 mm |
