1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 30 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 17 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Luce | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
