1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 518 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Luce | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Luce | 5 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1568 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |