1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1988 Mini MK V
To start off, 1988 Mini MK V is newer by 16 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1988 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Mini MK V. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mini MK V. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1988 Mini MK V | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Luce | MK V |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |