1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 40 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 50 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | A |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2034 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
