1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz S (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1954 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
