1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 166 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Spirit | Luce |
Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |