1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 183 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
