1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 410 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (173 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
