1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1984 Nissan Leopard is newer by 14 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 55 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, 1984 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1984 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
