1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 830 kg more than 1977 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 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
