1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | Luce | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
