1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1973 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1973 Triumph Toledo 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1973 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Luce | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
