1973 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
