2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Tahoe | Familia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2200 mm |