1994 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 237 kg more than 1971 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, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Beretta | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
