1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 792 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (304 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Quest |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |
