1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 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 S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | S-10 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2270 mm |
