1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 570 kg more than 1971 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | Luce |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
