1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 32 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), 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Luce | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
