1972 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 705 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2500 mm |
