1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1987 Nissan Santana is newer by 18 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 185 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. 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 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Santana |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
