1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 38 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 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 380 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Luce | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1908 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
