1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 405 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Luce | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |