1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 230 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 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Luce | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
