1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 50 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, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
