1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra weights approximately 90 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2005 Vauxhall Tigra | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Luce | Tigra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |