1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel is newer by 8 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 44 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 395 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
