1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 12 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 990 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1988 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Familia | V8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3562 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
