1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 36 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 130 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Luce | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |