1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 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 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 15 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
