1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1998 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1998 Nissan Maxima is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 295 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, 1998 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1998 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
