1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 27 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
