1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 101 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 944 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2990 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
