1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 13 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Kadett (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
