1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 454 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Luce | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
