1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 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 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
