1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1984 Maserati 420 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 130 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 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 420 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
