1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1995 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Swift is newer by 24 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 320 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1995 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Luce | Swift |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
