1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 320 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Luce | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
