1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 32 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 200 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Magna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
