1998 Buick Signia vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 20 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 936 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Signia | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
