1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1713 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Familia | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Familia | Expedition |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5400 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3023 mm |