1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 130 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 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Luce | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
