1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | Luce | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 4398 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
