1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1989 Nissan Silvia 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Silvia (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 45 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 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1989 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
