2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 425 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
