1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 425 kg more than 1967 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Challenger | Luce |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
