1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 34 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 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 175 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1686 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
