1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 100 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 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1979 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
