1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 18 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 30 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Luce | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
