1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 10 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Luce | Laurel |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |