1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, both 1971 Dodge Challenger and 1971 Mazda Luce were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Challenger | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Challenger | Luce |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |