1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 32 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 6 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (153 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Luce | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
