1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 761 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 Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 Vito | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Luce | Vito |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2151 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |