1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 280Z is newer by 5 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 150 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, 1976 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Datsun |
| Model | Luce | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2304 mm |
