1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 38 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Luce | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2737 mm |
