1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 248 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Mazda Luce 2012 Nissan Altima
Make Mazda Nissan
Model Luce Altima
Year Released 1972 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1398 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4595 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2675 mm


 

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