1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 182 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Luce | Laurel |
Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |