1988 Eagle Summit vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Eagle Summit is newer by 16 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 2,620 cc, 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 223 kg more than 1988 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Eagle | Mazda |
| Model | Summit | Luce |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
