2006 Acura RL vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 774 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RL | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
