1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 379 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 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Luce | DART |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2703 mm |
