1994 Dodge Stratus vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1994 Dodge Stratus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Stratus (129 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 546 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 Dodge Stratus (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Stratus | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stratus | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
