2006 Hyundai Azera vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Azera is newer by 35 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 635 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, 2006 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Azera | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Azera | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
