1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 770 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 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 |
