1953 Jeep CJ vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 139 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jeep CJ | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ | Luce |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
