1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
