1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 84 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Luce | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |