1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1468 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
| Model | Luce | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 5400 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3023 mm |
