1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Familia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2200 mm |
