1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1989 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Luce | Jimny |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 537 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |