1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 25 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 215 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Luce | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2618 cc | 3135 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |