1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 998 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
| Model | Luce | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3052 mm |
