2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 37 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 736 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
