1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1972 Nissan 240 C
To start off, 1972 Nissan 240 C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan 240 C (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan 240 C should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan 240 C weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 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, 1972 Nissan 240 C (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan 240 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1972 Nissan 240 C | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | 240 C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 2393 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
