1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 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 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
