1977 AMC Matador vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Matador | Familia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 57 L |
