1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 32 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Luce | Swift |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
