1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 936 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | Familia | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2837 mm |
