1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 75 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Almera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
