2007 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 731 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 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Trajet | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Trajet | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
