1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 875 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Avanti Avanti 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Avanti Mazda
Model Avanti Familia
Year Released 1987 2000
Engine Size 5002 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 202 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2270 mm


 

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