1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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. Both 1973 Mazda Luce and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (517 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 320 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 517 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
