1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2001 Infiniti I is newer by 28 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 340 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, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | Luce | I |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
