1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 17 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 401 kg more than 1978 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, 1995 Opel Astra (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
