1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 435 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. 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 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
