1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Luce | Vectra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |