2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 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 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
