1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 742 kg more than 1976 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Familia | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | Familia | Volare |
Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5210 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2870 mm |