2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | Mazda | Buick |
Model | Familia | Century |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |