1974 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1987 Toyota Cressida 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 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Cressida (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2366 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
