1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 685 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 Dodge JOURNEY (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Luce | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1693 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
