2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 281 kg more than 1971 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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
