2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 581 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 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Magnum | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
