1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 910 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Luce | S |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |