1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 1996 Acura RL is newer by 21 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura RL weights approximately 875 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, 1996 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Familia | RL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 3472 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
