1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
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1973 Mazda Luce | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Luce | Luce |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |