1988 Audi V8 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 20 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 1000 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.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | V8 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
