1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 350 kg more than 1972 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | MK II | Luce |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |