2001 Acura RSX vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 52 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, 2001 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RSX | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
