2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 517 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 Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Captiva | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
