1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 130 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, 2010 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2010 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
