1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2358 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
