1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 445 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | 818 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
