1987 Dodge Colt vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1987 Dodge Colt is newer by 15 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Colt weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 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 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Colt | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Colt | Luce |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
