1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 22 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1115 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
