1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | Luce |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2590 mm |