1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 490 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
