1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 31 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (334 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 990 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 4511 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 334 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
