1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 370 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 993 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
