1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 is newer by 23 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Renault 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1993 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | 21 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
