2000 Audi R8 vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Familia weights approximately 802 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
