1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 321 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Starion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1125 kg |
