2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 2 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 2 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
