1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 38 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, 2008 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
