1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 37 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 392 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Luce | Armada |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3140 mm |