1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
