1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 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. Both 1973 Mazda Luce and 2002 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 295 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
