1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 33 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 25 (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Rover 25.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Luce | 25 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
