1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 916 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3165 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
