1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1979 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 7 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
