1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Prelude | Luce |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |