1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 13 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 79 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 685 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Minica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 546 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2060 mm |
