1976 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 430 kg more than 1973 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, 1976 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Nova | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Nova | Luce |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
