2002 Buick Century vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Buick Century is newer by 24 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 716 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, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Century | Familia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
