1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mystique 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique 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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1989 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 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 | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
