1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 36 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. Both 1973 Mazda Luce and 2009 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 455 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, 2009 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Astra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
