1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 12 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 395 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (92 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Luce | Nova |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
