1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura is newer by 37 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Luce | Aura |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
