2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 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 2,616 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 188 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 RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
