1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 1 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 460 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, 1974 Chrysler Sedan (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Sedan | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Sedan | Luce |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
