1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 552 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
