1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1974 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 566 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1248 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
