1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 546 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Luce | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |