1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 146 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Familia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1389 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
