1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 150 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 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Model F |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
