2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1971 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Terracan | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
