1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 42 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | ML |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2916 mm |
