2004 Acura RSX vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 34 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RSX | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
