1974 Mazda Luce vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 23 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 35 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Mazda | Venturi |
| Model | Luce | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
