2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Familia | GTO |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |