1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Mazda Luce 1982 Nissan Sunny
Make Mazda Nissan
Model Luce Sunny
Year Released 1973 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2620 cc 1488 cc
Horse Power 106 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2410 mm


 

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