1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 24 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 166 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (90 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Luce | 100 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1113 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
