2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1967 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
