1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR T 350 weights approximately 180 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 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Luce | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
