1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | Luce |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
