1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 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 Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Tempo | Familia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2200 mm |
