1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
