1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
