2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 23 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 946 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Familia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2270 mm |
