2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 951 kg more than 1969 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
