1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Buick Century is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 630 kg more than 1975 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, 1981 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | Familia | Century |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 3214 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
