1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1994 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 820 kg more than 1975 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 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Thunderbird | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
