1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 MX-5 Miata (153 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
