1974 Ford Maverick vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Maverick weights approximately 415 kg more than 1976 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, 1974 Ford Maverick (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
