1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
