1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 36 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
