1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 1995 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1995 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Vectra weights approximately 560 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Opel Vectra (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 1000 | 1995 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
