1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
