1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corona 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Corona |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |