1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (377 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 765 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
