1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, 2006 Acura CSX is newer by 35 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura CSX weights approximately 293 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, 2006 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2006 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Luce | CSX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
