1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 23 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 910 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
| Model | Familia | LS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3934 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |
