1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Luce | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 4300 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
