1968 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1258 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Luce | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
