1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 21 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 65 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, 1993 Opel Calibra (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
