1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira 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 Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 400 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 Zafira (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira 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 Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
