1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 490 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
