1972 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | Luce |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2590 mm |
