1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 34 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 2056 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 4604 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
