1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 646 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Familia | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Familia | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2835 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |