2009 Honda Stream vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 39 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 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 179 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, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Stream | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
