1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2000 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 29 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 420 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, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Luce | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
