2000 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 27 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 355 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Aceca | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |
