1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 22 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 390 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, 1995 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Avenger | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
