2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti FX weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | FX | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
