1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 420 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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
