1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Jeepster | Luce |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
