1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Applause | Luce |
Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |