1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 592 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
