1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 257 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 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Altima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2675 mm |
