1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 32 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 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 100 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda Luce | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Luce | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3540 cc |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |