1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, both 1970 Chrysler Centura and 1970 Mazda Luce were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Centura | Luce |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |