1993 Lexus GS vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lexus GS weights approximately 895 kg more than 2000 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, 1993 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 1993 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lexus GS | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | GS | Familia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
