1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 21 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 881 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, 1999 Opel Omega (220 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2597 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
