1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1972 Rover 3.5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 380 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Luce | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3532 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2820 mm |
