1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 304 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Reliant Scimitar (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mazda | Reliant |
| Model | Luce | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
