1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 16 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1040 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Roadmaster | Familia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
