1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Luce |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
