2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 37 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Sirion | Luce |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |