1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 34 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 3,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 295 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |