1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 395 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, 2005 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | Luce | Vue |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |