1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 305 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Murano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
