1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Prius |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1497 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
