1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Buick Century is newer by 24 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Century weights approximately 720 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, 2000 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2000 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | Familia | Century |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3134 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
