1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Dodge Daytona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Daytona (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 314 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Dodge Daytona (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Daytona | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
