1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 1 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Biscayne | Luce |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |
