1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 25 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 705 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, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti QX4 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | QX4 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
