1972 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 526 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Familia | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Vectra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1799 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |