2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 374 kg more than 1974 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 LeSabre (312 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
