1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1977 Toyota Century
To start off, 1977 Toyota Century is newer by 7 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 3,374 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Century weights approximately 615 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, 1977 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1977 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Century |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
