1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 205 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
