1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1971 Porsche 914
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 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 27 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1971 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 914 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1679 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
