1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
