1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 230 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 2003 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Luce | Dion |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |