2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon weights approximately 182 kg more than 1972 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 Mazda Sport Wagon (183 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Sport Wagon | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
