1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 3 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 70 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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
