1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 8 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 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
