1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 14 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1990 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
