1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 30 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
