1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Toyota Carina 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 148 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Carina |
Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |