1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 31 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 350 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, 2001 Lexus IS (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | Luce | IS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
