2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1972 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2200 mm |
