1974 Mazda Luce vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 545 kg more than 1974 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Luce | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 6545 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |
