1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 6 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 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 300 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | 230 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
