1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 400 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | Luce | ATS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
