1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 19 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1991 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1809 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
