1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1992 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 20 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | Luce | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |