1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 24 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 330 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Rocky | Luce |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |