1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 16 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 30 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | V6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
