1985 AC Cobra vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
