1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 27 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 467 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LeSabre | Luce |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |