1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 822 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Luce | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | Luce | Rexton |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |