1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1521 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |