1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 450 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Luce | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
