1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 270 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 Toyota Corolla (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |