1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1982 Nissan Prairie is newer by 11 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
