1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 41 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1262 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3665 mm |
