1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Luce | Forester |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
