1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 985 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Newport | Familia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2270 mm |