1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 16 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
