1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 80 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 Plymouth Colt (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Luce | Colt |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2349 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
