1973 Mazda Luce vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1973 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Luce | 825 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
