1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 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 (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Vectra |
Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |