1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1976 Porsche 911 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
