1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 100 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
