1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 899 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
