2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 33 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 490 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Berlina | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
