1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 21 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 442 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, 1997 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Familia | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Familia | Contour |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1989 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |