1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 75 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2694 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2790 mm |