1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 18 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 635 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 4973 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
