1989 Ford Falcon vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1989 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Falcon weights approximately 630 kg more than 1967 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 Ford Falcon (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2200 mm |
