1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 100 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Camry (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
