1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Galant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
