1974 Mazda Luce vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 90 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 944 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2479 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
