2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 375 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | Luce |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |