1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 20 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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 (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Astra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
