2007 Honda Element vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
