1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 35 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 215 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, 2007 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
