1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 40 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 435 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, 2009 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Luce | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 3564 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
