2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1411 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | LR3 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
