1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 10 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 95 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1983 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Bitter |
| Model | Luce | SC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2968 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
