1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Renault 17.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 17 (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | 17 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
