2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 36 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 970 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Equinox | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
