1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 20 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 85 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | 190 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
