1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 305 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 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Luce | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3457 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
