1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 77 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 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Luce | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |