2000 Honda NSX vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 29 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 320 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | NSX | Luce |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |