1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Manta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
