1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1986 Toyota Tercel is newer by 13 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 19 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Tercel |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |