2007 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 35 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 625 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, 2007 Chrysler Voyager (278 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Voyager | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Voyager | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
