2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
