1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 282 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
