2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 34 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1293 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Charger | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Charger | Luce |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |