1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 447 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, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
