1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1993 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 21 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 355 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Intrepid | Luce |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
