1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 Holden Kingswood is newer by 6 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 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Kingswood | Luce |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |