1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2004 Mazda Laputa is newer by 31 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Laputa. (61 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2004 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 658 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
