1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 29 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 480 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, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Luce | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
