1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
