1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 280 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Luce | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
