1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |