1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Renault Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Logan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
