1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 21 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. 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 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Luce | 21 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2820 mm |
