1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 6 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste. (172 Nm @ 4 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
