1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 22 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 458 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1995 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Verada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
