2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 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 Terraza (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Terraza | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
