1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 752 kg more than 1970 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | Familia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
