2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 800 kg more than 1974 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Defender | Luce |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |