1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Almera is newer by 30 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Almera (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 140 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, 2002 Nissan Almera (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Almera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
