2004 Honda Element vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 31 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 737 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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
