1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Panoz AIV weights approximately 30 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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | Luce | AIV |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
