1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1985 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1985 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 13 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1985 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Luce | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |