1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 25 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 447 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Cavalier | Familia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2200 mm |
