1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Kingswood | Luce |
Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |