1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 118 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
