1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1987 Ford Meteor is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
