1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 17 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Dodge Colt (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Colt | Luce |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
