1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 815 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
