1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Mazda B3000
To start off, 1999 Mazda B3000 is newer by 26 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 1 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B3000. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 91 kg more than 1999 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda B3000 (198 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1999 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2507 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
