1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 535 kg more than 1970 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | Mark IV | Luce |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2590 mm |
