1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 128 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1971 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Roadmaster | Familia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2200 mm |