2008 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1974 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 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Town & Country | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Town & Country | Familia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2270 mm |