1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 466 kg more than 1978 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
