1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 38 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 485 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | Luce | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2837 mm |
