1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 35 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 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | Luce | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2944 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
