1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza 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 Stanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
