1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1782 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
