1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 175 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Luce | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1968 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
