1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
