1977 Mazda Familia vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3030 mm |
