1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1997 Mercury Villager is newer by 25 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Villager weights approximately 650 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1997 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Luce | Villager |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
