1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 529 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK VIII | Luce |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
