1999 Acura Integra vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 26 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura Integra weights approximately 110 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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
