1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1999 Nissan Primera is newer by 27 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1999 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Primera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
