1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 1944 Packard 12
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1944 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1944 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1944 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Packard 12 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Packard 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 1944 Packard 12 has manual transmission. 1944 Packard 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mazda Activehicle | 1944 Packard 12 | |
Make | Mazda | Packard |
Model | Activehicle | 12 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 7756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3440 mm |