1974 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 25 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 40 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Luce | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3179 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
