1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 595 kg more than 1976 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 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ranger | Familia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
