1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 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 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Luce | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
