1995 Lexus LX vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Lexus LX is newer by 23 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus LX (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus LX weights approximately 1280 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, 1995 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus LX | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LX | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
