1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 22 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 125 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | 200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
