1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 28 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Luce | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
