1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 27 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 795 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | A |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1898 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
