1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 28 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Luce | Zafira |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |