1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 290 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | Familia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
