1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 315 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Luce | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
