1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 490 kg more than 1960 TVR Grantura. 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 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Luce | Grantura |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2140 mm |
