1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 33 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 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Astra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7350 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
