1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 330 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Luce | 200 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |