1972 Austin Marina vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Marina | Luce |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |