1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 33 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 769 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2393 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
