1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 33 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 55 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, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | B |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1699 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2970 mm |
