1990 Chevrolet APV vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet APV is newer by 17 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet APV (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 420 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, 1990 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet APV | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | APV | Luce |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
