1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 27 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 141 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Luce | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
