2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 877 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LaCrosse | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
