1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 11 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 232 kg more than 1984 Skoda L. 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 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1984 Skoda L | |
Make | Mazda | Skoda |
Model | Luce | L |
Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |