1972 Mazda Luce vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 41 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (197 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 304 kg more than 1972 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, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Luce | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2795 mm |
