1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 2 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, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 253 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 818 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2590 mm |
