1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 36 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Luce | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
