1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 806 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | Familia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2200 mm |
