1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 105 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Sprint | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Sprint | Familia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |