1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 38 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 9 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Versa (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Versa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |
