1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 565 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 Nissan Terrano (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2664 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
