1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 17 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | 25 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
