1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 700 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 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
