1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Acura TSX
To start off, 2013 Acura TSX is newer by 41 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), 2013 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TSX weights approximately 424 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, 2013 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2013 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | Luce | TSX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| 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 | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2708 mm |
