1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Opel Commodore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 396 kg more than 1974 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
