2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 367 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 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tucson | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
