1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 328 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Mazda Luce (118 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 43 L |
