1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Luce | 220 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |