1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 70 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (111 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Luce | Jimny |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |