1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 790 kg more than 1969 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2200 mm |
