1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 840 kg more than 1977 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 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
