1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1078 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
