2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Nitro | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
