1972 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 662 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3392 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |
