2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
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2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | S-10 | Familia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2200 mm |