1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
