1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 74 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 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Versa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1798 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
