1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 55 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 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Luce | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
