1990 Holden Apollo vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Apollo | Luce |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
