2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.

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