1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | Luce | Laser |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |