1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1305 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (617 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | GL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3075 mm |
