1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 610 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 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Aerostar | Familia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
