1992 Lexus LS vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1992 Lexus LS 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 1075 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 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lexus LS | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | Familia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2200 mm |
