2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1088 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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2590 mm |
