1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 159 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 450 kg more than 1971 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
