1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1978 Porsche 924 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 30 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, 1978 Porsche 924 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Luce | 924 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |