1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 451 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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Luce | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| 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 | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
