1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 14 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Luce | Belmont |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1295 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |