1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 323 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
