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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 106 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 165 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
