1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 34 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2004 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Luce | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
