1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1989 Subaru XT 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru XT weights approximately 114 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 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Luce | XT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
