1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1095 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, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Astro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4293 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
