1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 32 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Vectra (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
