1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
