1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2008 Saturn Astra 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Astra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 135 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, 2008 Saturn Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Luce | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
