1974 Lincoln Continental vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1974 Lincoln Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1538 kg more than 1965 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 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lincoln Continental | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Continental | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7541 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2200 mm |
