2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Mobilio | Luce |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
