1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 605 kg more than 1965 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
