1977 Mazda Familia vs. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 23 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 547 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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5733 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
