1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 660 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2200 mm |
