1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 13 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Cube |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
