1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1699 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
