1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
