1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 355 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
