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 211 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 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 187 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 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 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 5551 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3140 mm |
