2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 940 kg more than 1971 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 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Equus | Luce |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |
