2007 Lexus GX vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 735 kg more than 1973 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 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | GX | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
