1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 737 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 814 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotec C 1000 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotec | Mazda |
| Model | C 1000 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5498 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
