1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 822 kg more than 1978 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
