1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 380 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Luce | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
