1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 185 kg more than 1952 Triumph TR2.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Luce | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2250 mm |
