1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1970 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Roadmaster | Familia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2200 mm |