1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 32 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 745 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2005 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2295 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
