1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 386 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4806 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
