1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
