2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 1968 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Entourage weights approximately 268 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Entourage 1968 Mazda Familia
Make Hyundai Mazda
Model Entourage Familia
Year Released 2008 1968
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1058 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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