1979 Buick Century vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 1 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 626 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Century | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
