1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 10 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 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 460 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | 380 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
