1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 275 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Quest |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3160 mm |
