1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 18 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (199 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 40 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, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | Luce | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2456 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
