1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1985 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1985 Renault Rodeo is newer by 12 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 55 more horse power than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Renault Rodeo. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1985 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
