1987 Chrysler TC vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Chrysler TC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler TC (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler TC weights approximately 324 kg more than 1970 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 Chrysler TC (298 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler TC | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | TC | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
