1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 29 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 685 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, 2004 Vauxhall Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2004 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Familia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
