1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 35 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 90 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
