1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso 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. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 736 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 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Luce | Musso |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
