2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 29 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), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 584 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rendezvous | Luce |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |