1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 34 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | A |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
