2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 32 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 360 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LaCrosse | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
