1978 Buick Electra vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 995 kg more than 1966 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | Familia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2200 mm |