1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 36 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 131 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
