1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 884 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 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Luce | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
