1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 33 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 115 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
