2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1337 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 57 L |
