1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 27 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1207 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4015 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
