1967 Mazda Luce vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1971 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Luce weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mazda Luce | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Luce | Kadett |
Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |