1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 690 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | Luce | Korando |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |