1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 19 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 125 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | 323 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
