1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1055 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Luce | Toronado |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |