1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 466 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Vectra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2500 mm |