1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 90 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 B (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | B |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2034 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
