1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 TVR Chimaera 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Luce | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
