1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 35 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 950 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Luce | R |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3498 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3220 mm |