1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 165 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 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2362 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
