2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Neon | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1687 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
