1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Luce | Jimny |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |