1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Luce weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | Luce |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
