1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega 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 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 455 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Luce | Omega |
| 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 | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
