1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Omega (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 815 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |