1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
