2003 Lexus LX vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Lexus LX 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 1640 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.
Because 2003 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LX | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LX | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
