1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Primera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
