1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 990 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 4800 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2855 mm |
