1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1982 Toyota Century
To start off, 1982 Toyota Century 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 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 655 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 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Century 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 Century | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
