2004 Buick Century vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 31 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 460 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, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Century | Luce |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |