2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 389 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Frontera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |