1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1981 Nissan Leopard is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 44 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, 1981 Nissan Leopard (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
