1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 675 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 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Luce | Musso |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
