2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Tribute | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
