1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 18 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. Both 1973 Mazda Luce and 1991 Vauxhall Carlton are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 175 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, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Luce | Carlton |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |