1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1994 Subaru SVX 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 365 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 SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru SVX 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 SVX | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Luce | SVX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3318 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
