1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 401 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 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Luce | 5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |