1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | Luce | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |