1972 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 481 kg more than 2000 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 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Granada | Familia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |