1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 195 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Luce | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
