1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 145 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 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2362 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
