1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 4 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 4 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 269 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2384 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
