1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 7 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Luce | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
