1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 37 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 180 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | B |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1989 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
