1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 39 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Luce | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2764 mm |
