1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | Luce |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
