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 5 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 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. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 7 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
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 | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
