1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 1978 Opel Manta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce 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 6 more horse power than 1978 Opel Manta. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Manta. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1978 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Manta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1979 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
