1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1971 Opel Manta
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Opel Manta. 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 (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1971 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Manta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
