1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 870 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 Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Thunderbird | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Familia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
