1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 15 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 22 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Luce | Barina |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2250 mm |
