1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1973 Opel Rekord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
