1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
