1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 34 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1025 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2953 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
