1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 960 kg more than 1968 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Mirada | Familia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2200 mm |
