1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1977 Toyota Crown is newer by 6 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 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Crown |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2188 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
