1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 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 13 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (93 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
