1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Clio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
