1988 Lada Samara vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara | Luce |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
