1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1991 Opel Omega
To start off, 1991 Opel Omega is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Omega weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Opel Omega (162 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1991 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
