1974 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 13 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 195 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | 959 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2849 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
