1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1969 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Astro | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | Familia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
