1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 100 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, 1971 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
