1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 275 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
