1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 680 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
