1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1996 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1996 Nissan Maxima is newer by 23 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, 1996 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Maxima 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, 1996 Nissan Maxima (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1996 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
