1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 460 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 MR2 (170 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
