2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 695 kg more than 1973 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 Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2590 mm |
