1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Luce | Omega |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |