2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2200 mm |
