1977 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 21 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 310 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Familia | Neon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
