1969 Holden Brougham vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 205 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Brougham | Luce |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
