1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 37 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 135 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Luce | A |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |