1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1975 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | Familia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
