1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 225 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 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Yaris |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |