1971 Jensen SP vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 613 kg more than 1973 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 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | SP | Luce |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
