1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 702 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | 62 | Luce |
Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |