2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 33 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 970 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Terraza | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
