1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1968 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
