1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 220 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Luce | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
