2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1456 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Avalanche | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2200 mm |
