2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 215 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S2000 | Luce |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |