1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 382 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
