1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1231 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 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Luce | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Tundra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3221 mm |