1970 Honda N III vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 715 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda N III | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | N III | Luce |
Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |