1967 Mazda Luce vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1971 Datsun 240Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 18 kg more than 1967 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, 1971 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Luce | 1971 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Datsun |
| Model | Luce | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2300 mm |
