1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 11 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Luce | Silvia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |