1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1699 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
