1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 370 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 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Luce | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |