1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 164 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Luce | Comet |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |