1974 Mazda Luce vs. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 18 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 465 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, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (416 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2970 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 416 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
