1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
