1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1989 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1989 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
