1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 17 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Luce | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2843 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
