1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 17 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 230 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
