2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 31 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 770 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rendezvous | Luce |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |