1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 14 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 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
