1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 31 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 445 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Luce | Omega |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
