1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 197 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, 2013 Acura ILX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Luce | ILX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
