1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph TR4 (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 95 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Luce | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
