1974 Mazda Luce vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 22 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 175 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda Luce | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | Cresta |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1988 cc |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |