1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 28 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1340 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Montero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3828 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
