1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1368 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | Familia | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3020 mm |
