2003 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Avalanche | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
