1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 449 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, 1969 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Century |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2981 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
