1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 509 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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Luce | Outback |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
